August 26, 2024 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 2700 Canal Street about 1:30 p.m. on Saturday (August 24).

The identity of the deceased male, 28, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant V. Vo and Officer T, Pham reported:

A white Chevrolet Tahoe was traveling eastbound near the above address when the driver skipped traffic and went the wrong way in the westbound lanes of Canal Street. The Chevrolet then struck a silver Dodge Avenger traveling westbound on Canal Street and turning on to North Live Oak Street.

Houston Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the driver of the Dodge deceased. The male driver, 26, of the Tahoe was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries.

The investigation is continuing.